Acetimetry

/ˌæsɪˈtɪmətri/ noun

Definition

The analytical process or technique of measuring the concentration of acetic acid in a solution.

Etymology

From 'aceti-' (relating to acetic acid, from Latin 'acetum') + '-metry' (from Greek 'metron' meaning 'measure'). The suffix '-metry' indicates a system of measurement or analysis.

Kelly Says

Acetimetry connects chemistry labs to dinner tables—the same titration techniques used in university chemistry classes are what food companies use to guarantee your vinegar has the punch it promises!

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